Lead Solar Installer

Sunrun • Springfield, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Sunrun is the #1 home solar and battery company in America, dedicated to making energy more reliable and affordable. We offer a vertically integrated model that provides control over the entire energy lifecycle, creating opportunities for growth. Our Power+ program invests in employee skills, offering cross-training across different teams to enhance job security and versatility. The Lead Installer is a key member of a solar installation construction crew, responsible for completing residential solar projects and guiding fellow installers. This role offers competitive pay, performance incentives through 'The League' program (sponsored by Nike/Carhartt), and opportunities for career advancement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous solar installation experience required. Applicants with equivalent construction or military experience may be considered
• Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check.
• Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Adheres to company safety policies and procedures including ability to identify and report safety hazards, and the ability to encourage others to work safely
• Ability to establish rapport, build relationships and loyalty with external and internal customers and coworkers, and remains tactful when communicating
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and key metrics
• Willingness and ability to participate in the Power+ programs, which means you may be cross trained to perform comparable work in other departments or asked to perform work in other departments you're already skilled to support.
• Works independently, as a team player, and drives results in a fast paced, team based environment
• Must be willing to assist teammates and build strong relationships to achieve company and department goals
• Solid logical decision making and troubleshooting skills with the ability to problem solve in a timely and effective manner
• Exercises good judgment
• Takes ownership of issues or questions and will escalate problems to the appropriate persons and follow up accordingly with the customer

Responsibilities

• Review inventory at loading dock to ensure assigned crew truck is stocked adequately
• Layout and assemble solar modules, mechanical and structural mounts, electrical equipment and tools in preparation of installation
• Apply weather sealing to roofing structure, building or support mechanisms
• Assemble the racking, solar modules, panels or support structures as specified in project plan
• Ensure a clean and orderly job site
• Perform project clean up including client site and installation vehicle
• Ensure personal, crew and job site safety at all times
• Participate in mandatory training sessions on new products, installation methodology and safety
• Lead crew through safe, effective and efficient installations
• Provide leadership, technical expertise and support to fellow crew members
• When assigned assist with solar battery installations
• May serve as 'acting Foreperson' in the Foreperson's absence.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly base pay
• Lucrative performance incentives through our Nike/Carhartt Sponsored incentive program, The League
• Nike/Carhartt swag, prizes and amazing trips through the program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED